2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1656 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 600 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.

Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Suburban 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Chevrolet Volkswagen
Model Suburban Sharan
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 2000 cc
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 1973 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 502 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2390 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4854 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1904 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2919 mm


 

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